Qixia District Travel Guide
Nanjing
Visit Qixia District
Popular places to visit
Temple of Confucius
Tour the temple complex where for many years imperial scholars would pray to the philosopher Confucius before sitting their tough examinations.
Xuanwu Lake Park
Explore the islands, temples, bonsai museum and beautiful flower- and tree-filled gardens of a huge park with an ancient history.
Nanjing Presidential Palace
From the Chinese Revolution to the nationalist government of the Kuomintang party, this palace has played a part in modern China’s dramatic political upheavals.
Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Mausoleum
Visit the majestic tomb of the man who ended China’s feudal monarchy and who is known as the father of modern China.
Nanjing Yangtze River Bridge
After visiting Nanjing Yangtze River Bridge, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Nanjing. While in the area, you can find time to visit its temples.
Zhongshan Mountain National Park
Explore the great outdoors at Zhongshan Mountain National Park, a lovely green space in Nanjing. Amble around the area's parks or visit its monuments.
Things to do
Flexible Private Nanjing Independent Tour
Nanjing Private English Tour Guide Service
Flexible Private Nanjing City Highlights Day Tour
Top hotels in Qixia District
Holiday Inn Express Nanjing Happy Valley by IHG
Good services
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Holiday Inn Nanjing Harbour by IHG
Super friendly
Reviewed on 7 Jul 2025
Hampton by Hilton Nanjing Xianlin University Town
The Ritz-Carlton, Nanjing
Friendly staff and clean room
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
Jinling Hotel Nanjing
Shangri-La Nanjing
Cynthia Zheng was a lovely doorman. Club Lounge is amazing. Would stay at Shangri-La again.
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Qixia District
Donggou
You might consider checking out Longshan Mountain Scenic Resort while you're exploring Donggou and the larger Nanjing area.
Xuan Wu
Xuan Wu is well liked for its bars and museums. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Nanjing City Wall and Nanjing Presidential Palace are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Mount Jiuhua Station or Jimingsi Station to get around.
Gulou
Gulou is well liked for its mountain views and museums. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Nanjing Drum Tower and Yangtze are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Xinmofanmalu Station or Caochangmen Nanyi Second Division Station to get around.
Xinjiekou
The restaurants and shopping are a few things visitors like about Xinjiekou. Check out Nanjing Library while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Daxinggong Station or Xinjiekou Station to get around town.
Qinhuai Qu
You might enjoy the shopping while in Qinhuai Qu. Temple of Confucius is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Wudingmen Station or Yuhuamen Station to see more of the city.
Fuzimiao Area
Well liked for its museums and monuments, Fuzimiao Area is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Temple of Confucius and Taiping Heavenly Kingdom History Museum, and jump on the metro at Fuzimiao Station to get around the city.
